Visual Merchandiser & Trainer

The Company

Tissot, innovators by tradition

Since 1853, Tissot has been at the heart of Swiss watchmaking. Our dedication to craftsmanship and quality is matched only by our passion for performance and precision. Over the years, our pioneering products such as the legendary Tissot T-Touch have made headlines as well as history. The ground‑breaking Tissot T‑Touch Connect Solar uses sustainable solar energy and connected technology that guarantees privacy.

It confirms our long‑held reputation as innovators by tradition.

As a Visual Merchandiser & Trainer with Tissot, U.S., the position will be responsible for supporting watch sales within our retail and wholesale accounts through visual merchandising and training. This role will oversee the visual representation of the Tissot brand and products in all boutiques (retail and wholesale) within the assigned Mid‑Atlantic region. The Visual Merchandiser & Trainer will also maintain training initiatives that increase Tissot brand and product knowledge.

Tasks include the planning, organization, coordination, training and implementation of all visual merchandising measures developed by Tissot.

This position is a field position.

• Ensure that store merchandise presentations meet company standards and are in accordance with company guidelines.
• Prepare all communication materials as per visual displays in accordance with brand guidelines.
• Train store managers and associates on current visual and brand standards.
• Contribute to achieving sales volume goals by ensuring effective presentations and maintenance of all product categories, making sure that all stores are set up correctly during promotions and regular business.
• Manage directly with vendors, place and follow up on all visual orders to ensure that all visual needs are implemented on time.
• Coordinate with visibility internal on centralized mailing of visual materials to trade and ensure the stores place them.
• Partner with management in planning and executing functional training, leadership development, product and sales training and other needed training strategies.
• Provide comprehensive communication and training programs to stores.
• Identify visual opportunities within or outside the stores and develop creative window decoration ideas.
• Identify possible business opportunities, keeping abreast of regional business trends by reading and understanding business reports.
• Maintain a photo library of boutique conditions before and after visits.
• Provide a recap report of store visits.
• Realize first‑in‑class setup and decoration of brand‑sponsored events, mono‑ and multi‑brand related events, to maximize the brand’s visual impact according to brand guidelines.
• Perform all duties assigned by management.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College degree in Marketing, Merchandising, or Design preferred.
• 2‑3 years of retail visual merchandising experience in specialty goods, jewelry, watches, or related fields preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Motivated self‑starter with the ability to foster relationships and maintain connections.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, fluid environment and is able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects.
• Available to work weekends as needed; travel up to 80%.

• Organize and execute presentations.
• Confident communicator and presenter.
• Self‑motivated, quick learner for a multifaceted business and capable of working with domestic and international staff.
• Strong organizational, project management and problem‑solving skills with multi‑tasking abilities in a fast‑paced corporate environment.
• Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
• Team player.

The Swatch Group is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and is committed to environmental sustainability.

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance (employee and dependents eligible 1st of the month following 30 days; generous employer contribution).
• Immediate participation in the 401(k) with a 100% vested employer match after one year (maximum 4% employer match with 5% employee contribution).
• Company‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability.
• 18 days of PTO per year, 1 month PTO after 5 years.
• Special bucket of sick time per year and extended paid time for medical, parental and military leave.
• Holiday pay.
• Voluntary FSA, STD, accident/hospital indemnity insurance.
• Employee product discount.

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Job Location:

800 Waterford Way, 33126 McLean VA, United States (Florida)

Company Address:
The Swatch Group (U.S.) Inc., 800 Waterford Way Suite 1000, Miami, FL 33126 USA